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Lead Preschool Teacher
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$35,284 / year median in North Carolina
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Growing Years of Clayton is a licensed childcare center seeking Lead Teachers to support the following age groups: Preschool Pre-K To be
QUALIFIED
for the Lead Preschool and Pre-K Teacher opportunities, we require a high school diploma and the ability to pass all background checks. We also require an associate or a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a relevant field or a completed associate or bachelor's degree with at least 12 credits of early childhood education or their equivalent. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!
Required Shift:
Monday
- Friday, 8:30am
- 5:30pm OR 9:00am
- 6:00pm OR 8:45am-5:45pm
Compensation:
$18
- 20 per hour, based on education and experience We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including: Competitive Pay Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance 401k with Match Discounts for Childcare Fun and Positive Place to Work Open Door Policy Shirts and Swag•we love to show appreciation for our teachers!
Our Hiring Process for
Lead Two's Teachers:
Resume screen Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes) On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes) Q&A Classroom observation Offer Main Job Responsibilities for
Lead Pre-K Teachers:
Prepare lesson plans that are developmentally appropriate one week in advance using current curriculum guides. Implement lesson plans/curriculum on a weekly basis covering all areas of child development and carry out lesson plans according to classroom schedule/daily routine; Use our parent communication app efficiently. Establish a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children. Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child, responding to their emotional needs; and maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and appropriately decorated classroom. Maintain a child assessment and portfolio for each child, as well as conduct biannual parent/teacher conferences during the month of November and May. Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role. Carry out the daily responsibilities of the classroom relating to the care of the children. If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today! The Growing Years is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law. #PECEPEDU1